K4082-M - Lincoln Electric Premium Split Cowhide MIG/Stick Gloves - Medium

Professional Grade Protection for MIG and Stick Welding

For professional welders, your hands are your most valuable tools, and protecting them from the extreme conditions of the arc is non-negotiable. The Lincoln Electric K4082-M Heavy Duty Welding Gloves are specifically designed to meet the challenges of high-amperage MIG and Stick welding. When you are laying down long beads or working with heavy plate, radiant heat and spatter are constant threats. These gloves tackle these hazards head-on with a construction centered around premium black and tan split cowhide. This high-grade leather offers the substantial thickness required to block thermal energy while remaining pliable enough to manipulate MIG guns and electrode holders effectively.

The standout feature for the professional welder is the FlameSoft™ technology. Unlike standard unlined or single-lined gloves, the K4082 utilizes a sophisticated three-layer system. The outer hide deflects sparks and spatter, a middle layer of flame-retardant foam acts as a thermal insulator, and an inner layer of soft FR cotton sits against the skin. This combination provides superior burn protection, allowing you to weld longer and more comfortably, even when reflecting heat from the weld pool is intense. The 6-inch inner cuff is lined with soft twill cotton, which serves a dual purpose: it provides extended wrist coverage to prevent arc burn between the glove and jacket, and it actively manages moisture to keep your hands dry and cool.

Durability in a welding environment often comes down to the seams. Standard cotton stitching rots and burns away, causing gloves to fall apart long before the leather is worn out. Lincoln Electric solves this with 5-ply Kevlar® stitching and continuous welting. This reinforcement protects the threads from sparks and abrasion, significantly extending the life of the glove. Furthermore, the thumb—a high-stress area prone to wearing through from gripping the torch or handling material—features double reinforcement. This thoughtful design ensures that you get maximum value and performance out of every pair.

Available in Medium, these gloves offer a snug fit that minimizes excess material at the fingertips, crucial for maintaining the tactile feedback necessary for precise torch manipulation. Whether you are in the shop or out in the field, the K4082 gloves deliver the heavy-duty performance required for serious structural welding, pipe welding, and heavy fabrication.